St. Louis Cardinals Mourn Loss of Bob Forsch

Cardinals release

11/04/2011

St. Louis Cardinals third-all time winningest pitcher, known for clutch performances, dies at 61.

The entire St. Louis Cardinals organization was saddened by the sudden passing Thursday night of former Cardinals pitcher Bob Forsch at the age of 61. Forsch spent 15 seasons with the Cardinals and is third all-time in franchise history with 163 victories.

"We are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Bob Forsch," Cardinals Chairman Bill DeWitt Jr. said, "Bob was a one of the best pitchers in the history of our organization and a valued member of the Cardinals family."

Forsch, who was known for clutch performances in crucial games, threw out the ceremonial first pitch before Game 7 of the World Series on Friday night in St. Louis.

"Having been with Bob just last week, we are all stunned by this news," DeWitt said, "The entire Cardinals organization extends its sincere condolences to Bob's wife Janice, his two daughters Amy and Kristin, and his countless friends."

Forsch was part of all three Cardinals World Series teams during the 1980s, including the 1982 World Championship team. Forsch is one of only 28 pitchers to throw multiple no-hitters. His first came on April 16, 1978 vs. the Philadelphia Phillies and his second was on September 26, 1983 vs. the Montreal Expos. The two no-hitters were the only two ever thrown at Busch Memorial Stadium, where he won more games and pitched more innings than any other pitcher.